Macron to Address French Public on Ukraine Crisis as Diplomatic Efforts Intensify

The French President's televised speech tonight follows renewed U.S.-Russia talks and signals of dialogue from Ukraine's Zelensky.

President Emmanuel Macron will deliver a televised address at 8 PM tonight to discuss the international situation, particularly the war in Ukraine.
Macron's speech comes ahead of a special European summit in Brussels focused on Ukraine and ongoing diplomatic efforts for peace.
Recent developments include U.S. President Donald Trump's direct negotiations with Russian President Vladimir Putin and a letter from Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky to Trump expressing willingness to reengage in dialogue.
French officials have expressed cautious optimism about the potential for a durable peace agreement, citing a possible minerals accord as a contributing factor.
Macron's address is expected to outline France's role in supporting peace efforts and provide updates on the evolving geopolitical landscape.